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No Shave November

Published 11/04 2013 11:52AM

Updated 11/04 2013 12:06PM

No Shave November is a real practice. It is a unique way to raise cancer awareness of mens health issues. However, it isn't only limited to men refusing to shave, ladies, you can participate too. By embracing our hair in the month of November, we can better appreciate what we take for granted and remember those affected by cancer, those who lose their locks. The American Cancer Society try to raise awareness and you can help! Do your part by donating the money you would usually spend on shaving and grooming for a month to educate about cancer prevention, save lives, and aid those fighting the battle.

Participate by growing a beard, cultivating a mustache, letting those legs get mangly, and skipping that waxing appointment. If you're not bold enough to have to explain everyday that it is not a faux-pas but rather a choice to grow your hair, you could simply donate to support the cause. With your help we can get the word out. Every donation means more resources to fight cancer, and remember to say who you're growing for!

Those who are Hard-Core and want to know the Rules:

The Rules

You do not shave in November.

You DO NOT shave in November.

If you shave you are out.

No trimming, no waxing.

No shaving can go on as long as you want it to.

Benefits

Be part of the "in" crowd by doing what all the cool kids are doing.

Real women like real men.

Save money on shaving cream, razors and other accoutrement.

Save time getting ready in the morning.

Beard Facts

On average, whiskers grow 5.5 inches per year.

Hans Langseth of Norway grew the longest beard ever recorded at 17' 6".

Take a picture of yourself everyday. At the end of month, compile the collection and produce a wicked awesome time lapse of your beard growth.

Fun in December

Shave portions of your whiskers every few days into different facial hair styles. For example the chin strap, copstache, mutton chops, chin strip, soul patch, fu manchu or the toothbrush. Here are a few ideas:

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